The Odyssey Character Analysis Worksheets

This resource contains worksheets and graphic organizers to help students analyze characters in the Odyssey.

 Students will:

- Learn the difference between indirect and direct characterization
- Identify character they believe develop (change) throughout the text.
- Analyze physical traits, actions/behaviors, private thoughts, speech, impact on others, other characters opinions and what all of this reveals about the character they are analyzing
 

RESOURCE BREAKDOWN

Print and digital versions available!

- PDF
- Google™ Slides
 

Lesson Pages:

1. Character Analysis Info and Planning Sheet

Define indirect vs direct characterization and details the 5 methods of indirect characterization.

Mind map included to help students identify characters they believe develop and change throughout the text.
 
2. Indirect and Direct Characterization Worksheets and graphic organizer

Focuses on students identifying how the author reveals details about characters through indirect and direct characterization. This enables students to learn about the characters physical traits, inner thoughts, impact on others, their personality, hopes, dreams, fears and more!
 

3. Character Development Worksheet

Focuses on how a character changes from the beginning-middle-end of the text. Students also identify major events and other characters that influence/develop the change.
 
4. 3 Answer Keys

FILE FORMAT

 
File Type: PDF & Google Slides
Editable: No

Total Pages: 27
Content Pages: 17